But the game had become the next best thing.
For the first time, ATS introduced spoken GPS directions. You could choose from 9 languages, including English, Spanish, Russian, and , which was a major accessibility boost.
Looking back from today's perspective, version 1.35.1.3s stands as a pivotal moment in American Truck Simulator's history. The update established several systems—owned trailers, GPS voice navigation, DirectX 11 rendering—that would become standard features in all future versions. It marked the point at which the map expansions had created a truly contiguous West Coast corridor from the Mexican border to Canada. American Truck Simulator -v1.35.1.3s 21 DLCs...
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, developed by SCS Software, continues to set the benchmark for open-road truck simulation. This specific release — version 1.35.1.3s — comes bundled with 21 DLCs , offering one of the most content-rich experiences available for virtual trucking enthusiasts. From expansive state expansions to tuning packs and cargo upgrades, this build delivers hundreds of hours of driving across a growing representation of the United States. But the game had become the next best thing
The base game map received substantial updates in version 1.35.1.3s, independent of the DLC expansions. New roads were added to the existing map network, including:
In the lifecycle of American Truck Simulator (ATS), version numbers act as geological layers. Version , released in mid-2019, represents a critical inflection point—the moment SCS Software transitioned from a fledgling simulator to a formidable platform. When paired with 21 DLCs , this specific build is not just a game; it is a historical snapshot of the "Classic Era" just before the graphical and gameplay renaissance of 1.40 and beyond. Looking back from today's perspective, version 1
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Allows minute adjustments to rims, hubs, nuts, and tires.
This DLC shifted the game’s aesthetic from dusty deserts to lush, green Pacific Northwest forests. It introduced deep timber industry mechanics, tight logging roads, and coastal highways.
Building upon the "Ownable Trailers" mechanic introduced in earlier patches, v1.35 expanded trailer configurations significantly. Players gained the ability to purchase, customize, and garage: Chip vans and log carriers Extendable container chassis